Romans 13 - Submit to authorities

(Audio: Spanish)

SUMMARY: In Chapter 13 of the epistle to the Romans, Paul advises Christians to submit to authority, as all authority is established by God. He specifically addresses how Christians should behave towards civil authorities, such as the police or government officials, emphasizing the importance of being respectful and obedient. Paul also calls for Christians to pray for their authorities and to be law-abiding citizens, exemplifying good civil conduct. However, he also acknowledges the complexity of this issue, allowing for resistance to laws that go against God's law. Overall, Paul emphasizes the importance of respecting and submitting to authority, as it is instituted by God for the good of society.

The speaker discusses the importance of respecting authority and the consequences of rebellion against it. He emphasizes that Christians should first and foremost respect authority, but also have the right to resist unjust laws. The speaker also highlights the importance of honoring parents and all forms of authority, as it leads to blessings and prosperity. He warns against the negative effects of rebellion and bitterness towards authority, which can hinder one's ability to relate wisely to it.

The message is about respecting authority, as it is a biblical principle. Lack of respect for authority can be rooted in childhood experiences, such as abusive or absent parents. It can lead to complications and make it difficult to relate wisely to authority. The speaker prays for a church of people who respect authority and pledges to examine oneself to live up to God's call for respect. The message ends with a blessing.

Chapter 13 of the epistle to the Romans: “...Submit every person to the superior authorities because there is no authority except from God and those that exist by God have been established.

So whoever opposes the authority to what is established by God resists and those who resist bring condemnation to themselves. Because the magistrates are not instilling fear in the one who does good, but in the bad. So you want not to fear authority? Do what is good and you will have praise from her, because she is a servant of God -that is, the person in authority is a servant of God- for your good, but if you do what is bad, fear because she does not carry the sword in vain, for she is a servant of God, avenger to punish the one who does wrong. Therefore, it is necessary to be subject to it, not only because of the punishment, but also because of conscience, since for this you also pay the tributes, because they are servants of God who continually attend to this very thing.